Derek Stephen Prince
Voice actor in anime and video games
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Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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A prominent voice actor contributed significantly to the anime and video game industries. Voiced characters in well-known series such as 'Naruto', portraying the role of Shino Aburame, and in 'Digimon' as the character Ken Ichijouji. Also worked on various video games, lending voice to characters in popular franchises including 'Final Fantasy' and 'World of Warcraft'.
Voiced Shino Aburame in 'Naruto'
Voiced Ken Ichijouji in 'Digimon'
Contributed to 'Final Fantasy' series
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